A/n: This chapter is really cute. I hope you like it!
The Saturday after Alex's birthday it was time for their first date, and although Casey insisted she had asked Alex out and should therefore plan the date, Alex insisted she wanted to plan their first date. Now, as Alex pulled up outside Casey's apartment building, she felt sick with nerves as she hoped what she had planned would be up to Casey's standards. Collecting the flowers she had brought from the passenger seat, Alex took a breath and climbed out of her car.
As the elevator climbed the three floors to the attorney's apartment, Alex had a crisis of confidence. She had seen the car Casey drove, her apartment was in a nice part of town and she came from a family of status, where as Alex came from nothing and was still trying to climb through the ranks. Maybe this wasn't such a good idea. Giving herself a mental shake, Alex then reminded herself that she was awesome and by the time she knocked on Casey's door her projection of confidence was back in place.
As the door was opened, Alex felt her breath catch in her throat at the sight of Casey in a knee length dark green dress and green pumps. She opened and closed her mouth several times but nothing came out.
Taking in the sight of Alex, dressed in black trousers with a deep blue button up shirt opening and closing her mouth Casey gave a chuckle and asked, "Is Alexandra Cabot speechless?"
Shaking her head to clear it Alex replied, "Wow! You look amazing…actually that doesn't come close to how breathtaking you look." Handing Casey the flowers she smiled, "These are for you."
Taking the roses Casey held them to her nose and inhaled the scent, "Thank you Alex, they're beautiful. Come in while I put them in some water."
"You know, they aren't as beautiful as you." replied Alex following Casey inside her apartment.
"Would you like a cracker to go with that cheese?" grinned Casey as she filled a glass vase with water before asking, "Why yellow roses?"
"Yellow roses mean friendship." Replied Alex.
"And the red tips?" asked Casey enjoying flustering the normally cool officer.
"Falling in love. I know it's early, but I just want you to know I vale your friendship and while I hope it leads to more, if you decide you don't want more then that's okay." Rambled Alex.
"That was very sweet. You're very cute when flustered and the fact you looked up the meaning of the flowers means a lot." replied Casey pressing a kiss to a blushing Alex's cheek.
"Good, we should make a move we have a schedule." Replied Alex smirked back in place.
As they walked down to Alex's car, Casey tried every trick she could think of to get Alex to tell her where they were going but it was to no avail. Stepping outside, the heat of the day had given way to a warm evening, Alex gave an internal yell of joy at the weather knowing her plan would work.
After a twenty minute drive filled with easy conversation they arrived at a small park on the outskirts of the city, Alex suddenly felt herself get nervous again thinking maybe she should have booked a restaurant. Taking a deep breath she turned to look at Casey who was frowning in confusion.
"Did you bring me out here to kill me?" Asked Casey with a small smile.
Giving a small smile Alex replied, "I wanted tonight to be special and unforgettable so I kinda arranged something a little different, if you hate it we can leave and go to a restaurant."
"Alex take a breath, I'm sure whatever you planned will be lovely. Unless you really did bring me out here to kill me." Grinned Casey, placing a hand on Alex's thigh.
"I packed us a picnic and they are showing Casablanca on the drive-through screen since I remember you saying you liked the old black and white movies. But, like I said we can go to a restaurant or something else if you prefer?"
Casey found herself having to swallow several times, touched that the blondes thoughtfulness. "Alex this is perfect, I've always wanted to go to a drive through movie. Thank you."
"Are you sure I would hate to you to feel like you're slumming it." Replied Alex her earlier fears bubbling to the surface once more.
"Alex, will you look at me please." Waiting until the blonde was looking at her she placed a hand against her cheek and gently stroked a thumb down the smooth skin. "Alex, this means the world to me because you put thought into it. We could've gone to a restaurant for our date, but everyone does that so this is perfect, because it comes from your heart not your wallet."
"Okay, let's go park up and we can eat." Smiled Alex as they picked a spot near the large screen. "Do you want to eat in the car or head into the park, there is a nice little fountain we could eat near?" asked Alex as she collected the picnic basket and blanket from the trunk of the car.
"While I wouldn't normally wonder in a park late in the evening, I do have a big tough officer to keep me safe." Replied Casey with a smile.
After walking for around ten minutes they came to the fountain with a wide expanse of grass around it, picking a spot that gave them a view of the setting sun, Alex spread out the blanket and they sat down.
Opening the picnic basket Alex started unpacking the things she had packed, there were sandwiches, pasta dishes, cakes and wine as well as water for Alex who was driving. "I wasn't sure what you liked so I made a little of everything."
"You made this? It's amazing you keep surprising me." Replied Casey with a smile and another soft kiss on Alex's cheek.
"I told you there's more to me than meets the eye. "Replied Alex with a wink and her customary smirk.
Rolling her eyes playfully, Casey gave Alex a gentle shove with the shoulder before selecting a sandwich and the two began to enjoy the picnic Alex had made. After they had finished their meal it was time to head back and watch the movie. While Alex went to buy popcorn and drinks, Casey settled in the backseat under the blanket the officer had thoughtfully provided.
"Here you go." Said Alex handing Casey the snacks she had brought.
"Thank you. Are you sure you brought enough?" Laughed Casey as she saw the amount of sweets Alex had brought.
"I wanted to make sure I was prepared for anything you craved." Replied Alex once again succeeding in making Casey feel special.
As the film began playing Casey leaned against the blonde and smiled as Alex wrapped her arms around her and pulled her close, pressing a soft kiss to the top of her head. As the film ended Casey found herself wiping away a tear and was surprised to feel Alex gently wipe away the tear with her thumb.
"Sorry, I always cry at this film." Smiled Casey swallowing thickly as she looked into Alex's blue eyes. Leaning forward she then claimed her lips in a deep kiss.
As the kiss ended Alex gave Casey a bashful smile. "Wow, I could do that all night."
"Well if you're a good girl you can have a goodnight kiss." Replied Casey with a grin.
"Well then I should get you home." Smiled Alex.
As Alex drove them home the easy conversation they had shared on the way to their date became stilted and Casey began to worry Alex wasn't enjoying herself. As they headed up to her apartment Alex was still being quiet taking a deep breath she decided to find out what was going on with the normally cocky blonde.
"Alex, if you're not having a good time you can leave."
Alex was startled from her thoughts, "It's not that it's are we dating or just.."
"If you think I'm going to sleep with you because you took me to a movie, then you're wrong." Snapped Casey fearing she had misread the blonde's intentions.
"No god no." Replied Alex before running a hand through her hair and taking a deep breath.
"I'm not as good with words as you are, they get all jumbled and I never quiet manage to say what I mean. Casey, I want you to know that despite my bravado you matter to me and I'm sorry if I gave you the impression that I wasn't enjoying myself. I... you are this top rate attorney and I'm a beat cop who struggles to make rent some months, I have nothing to offer you but my heart, but it is yours so please treat it with care."
"For someone not very good with words that was rather impressive." smiled Casey. "Alex, I don't care about status, yes my career is important to me and yes my family has money, but tonight you have shown me that you care. The thought and attention you paid to making sure tonight was perfect no one has ever done that for me before and I will always remember it. I will hold your heart for as long as you allow and give you mine in return." Giving Alex a smile she added. "Now come on I believe I promised you coffee and a goodnight kiss."
Grinning Alex followed Casey in to the kitchen and leant against the side watching while Casey bustled about making coffee. Settling on the couch with their cups, they chatted about various things, the conversation never running out of things to say. Before either woman realized it was almost one in the morning.
"I should get going, I have work tonight." Said Alex reluctantly standing to leave. "I..had a really nice time tonight."
"So did I, when can I see you again?" Asked Casey as they walked toward the door with their hands entwined.
"I'm on nights for the next week, which cuts down my free time." Replied Alex sadly. "I'll call you everyday before I start my shift so we can chat."
"Do you promise to be careful and not do anything reckless?" Asked Casey.
"I promise." Replied Alex pulling Casey close, "Now I believe you promised me a good night kiss."
"Well I'd hate to break a promise." Smiled Casey drawing Alex in for a gentle kiss. Breaking the kiss, she rested their foreheads together, "Good night Alex."
"Goodnight Casey." Replied Alex pressing another kiss to Casey's lips before leaving.
Alex had been on nights all week and the night before she had ended up chasing a suspect for seven blocks before tripping over a curb and bashing her knees and elbows. She had been in bed a little over two hours when she heard a knock on the door. Groaning she dragged herself out of bed, running a hand through her messy hair before she pulled it into a ponytail as she made her way to the door. Looking through the peep hole she frowned at the sight of Kim on the other side, "Kim." As Kim brushed past her she mumbled, "Please come in." Sighing she closed the door and tiredly wiped her eyes before turning in the direction of the lounge where Kim was waiting.
"You live like this?" Asked Kim looking around the untidy room.
Moving a pile of clothes off the couch, Alex gestured for Kim to sit down before replying , "I've been on nights, in fact I've only been home three hours."
"I'm sorry, I should go." Replied Kim.
"No stay, I'll make some coffee…actually you make coffee I'll shower, you look like you need a friend."
"Are you sure?" Asked Kim.
"Of course, besides I have a few days off and I'll sleep in tomorrow." Replied Alex standing and heading for the bathroom. While she waited for the shower warm up she debated calling Casey but was afraid of coming on too strong. After a quick shower she headed back into her now clean living room.
"You tidied?" she asked addressing the slightly embarrassed looking attorney.
"Yes, this place was a pigsty! I'm surprised you don't have some Third world disease considering the state of this place." replied Kim with a smirk. "Also there is nothing that resembles food in your fridge."
Giving her new friend a mock glare Alex replied, "I'm as healthy as a horse. Now what's up?"
"Can't I just stop by for girl talk?" asked Kim.
"You're not really the 'girl talk' kinda girl. So I ask again, what's up?"
"Abbie and Serena broke up." Blurted Kim.
"Oh, um okay?" Replied Alex as her tired brain tried to catch up.
"Do you think I should tell her how I feel?" Asked Kim.
"Was she very upset about Abbie?" Asked Alex.
"No, she said that Abby was Mrs. Right now not Mrs. Right." Replied Kim. "I'm just afraid of ruining our friendship." Replied Kim.
"Then it's time to take a chance." Replied Alex. "Why not invite her over to yours make her a nice meal and tell her how you feel."
"What if she is appalled by the idea and hates me?" Asked Kim.
"She won't, I mean say she said she had no interest in dating you. Would that mean you wouldn't want to be friends anymore?" Asked Alex.
"No of course not, it might be a little awkward at first but I would never turn my back on her."
"There you go then." Replied Alex.
"Okay, I'm going to do it." Smiled Kim. "Thank you Alex. So how was your date with Casey?"
"Perfect, I really like her." Grinned Alex. "Actually I need your help with something." After half an hour Kim left after promising to help Alex with her plan the following morning.
Walking into her office Monday morning, Casey was surprised to see a small gift bag on her desk with an envelope propped against it. Recognizing Alex's untidy scrawl she opened the card and began to read.
Casey,
I've missed you and wanted to leave you something to remind you of me, I hope you like it.
Can't wait until Saturday.
xxx Alex
P.s. Kim let me in I didn't pick the locks or anything stalkerish.
Opening the bag Casey saw a box from a local jewelers and as she opened it she saw a beautiful silver locket. Picking it up she saw the date of their date engraved on the back. Opening it she was once again struck by Alex's romantic side when she saw the stub from the movie.
Reaching for her phone she dialed the blonde's number, unsurprised when it went through to voicemail considering how tired Alex had sounded the day before.
"Alex, thank you for my locket I love it. You continue to amaze me and I can't wait until Saturday when it's my turn."
Hanging up she switched on her computer a wide smile on her face as she thought about her plans for their date on Saturday.
Wasn't that just cute? Leave your thoughts!
